Now, as local officials from Raleigh to Boone institute mask requirements to protect against the coronavirus and N.C. Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s May 1 order requiring all citizens wear a face covering when leaving their homes set off a debate about the implications for concealed carry permit holders. “Session Law 2020-3 was specifically enacted so people could carry concealed (or open carry) while wearing a mask. “There have been many questions regarding wearing a mask for protection against the current COVID-19 pandemic and legally carrying a concealed handgun with your valid N.C. “We would like to assure you there is no statute prohibiting you from wearing a mask for your protection against a virus while legally carrying concealed.”

Source: The Herald June 24, 2020 17:26 UTC